Hunt Cape Buffalo Cows in the Free State, South Africa
If you are looking for a dangerous game hunt at an affordable rate, this Buffalo Cow hunt is the one for you. This is a great deal for a hunter who is looking for a way to hunt Buffalo in South Africa.
All Inclusive for US$ 3850 8 Nights/7 Hunting Days
Pay less, hunt more Cape Buffalo!
Do not be fooled, a Cape Buffalo Cow is just as dangerous as Buffalo Bull. For those who do not know, in fact the world record Cape Buffalo is actually a Cow.
Hunt more than 7000 acres of pristine bushveld in the Free State Province of South Africa
1 x Hunter 1 x Professional Hunter
**** Observers welcome on this family friendly Buffalo Cow hunt at US$ 200 per day per person
Increase the action and add another Buffalo Cow for only US$ 2500.
This is the best Buffalo hunting deal in South Africa!
Werner and Carmen have put together this incredible Cape Buffalo hunt and along with the Buffalo Cow, more than 30 other species are also available.
Included in this Cape Buffalo Hunt:
- 8 Nights & 7 Days of Buffalo Cow Hunting
- Transfer to and from Kimberly Airport
- Accommodation, meals, snacks, and beverages
- Transport on the concession
- Services of dangerous game P.H., camp staff and trackers
- Daily Laundry Service
- Field preparation of Trophies
Excluded in the Hunting Safari:
- Dip & Pack of Trophies
- Pre and Post Accommodation
- Taxidermy
- International Shipping Costs
- Regional/Local Flights
Bring your hunting partner, husband, or wife and double up!!
2 x Hunters 1 x Professional Hunter 8 x Nights for a discounted price of US$ 3500
The Hunting Lodge in South Africa
This Cape Buffalo hunt is conducted from a 4-star lodge which is situated on the concession. The rooms are upmarket and feature plush beds, en-suite bathrooms, and showers. Wireless internet is readily available.
The cuisine is excellent, and the lodge has numerous dining and relaxing areas (inside and out) where you will be sure to enjoy many “cold beverages” after a hard day’s hunting.
Your chef will gladly prepare you a local “braai,” (barbeque) where you can sample flame grilled Buffalo backstraps, or tenderloins and delicacies from a variety of African plains game species. Werner and Carmen are excellent hosts and you will spend many hours sharing your hunting adventures.
Cape Buffalo Cow Hunting Methods
This Buffalo hunt in South Africa will be done on foot, following the principles of fair chase.
Tracking will be the main hunting method, but spotting and stalking may also be used.
This is truly a dangerous game hunting safari, and these big old Buffalo cows will be found in “the thick stuff.” It does not get more “up close and personal” than this hunting adventure!
Werner and team will work hard to put you on some of the best Buffalo Cows. Some Cows will have deep drops and curls, others with smaller bosses, but one thing for sure, they are all mean as can be…
Cape Buffalo Cows are cunning and wise and are known to outsmart hunters and predators. Hunters can easily become the hunted.
A wounded Buffalo Cow in the long grass is an extremely dangerous opponent. A Buffalo in charge is going to come at you like a freight train, at more than 35 miles an hour. Buffalo show no emotion or behavior change before a charge,
Buffalo Cow Shot Placement
The Cape Buffalo Cow is an exceptionally tough member of the African big 5. Poorly hit, Cape Buffalo are incredibly difficult to stop. Social media platforms are forever posting Cape Buffalo charges. Professional hunters who did not bring their “A” game on the day, have either moved on, or have battle scars as a daily reminder of just how lucky they were.
As they say, it takes one bullet to kill a Cape Buffalo, and another good few to convince them of the fact.
Buffalo shot placement is all about anchoring the animal. Head shots will be avoided unless the buffalo is in full charge. The preferred shot would be a third of the way up the shoulder, into the vitals, immediately followed up by a few more well-placed bullets ensuring that the Buffalo is anchored and indeed dead.
Just how much gun is enough on a Cape Buffalo Cow hunt?
On a Buffalo cow hunt, we at Game Hunting Safaris are firm believers that there can never be too much gun. As much as shot placement is always a critical factor, the hunter needs a rifle with stopping power.
A .375 loaded with decent quality 300 grain bullets is the minimum legal requirement when dangerous game hunting in South Africa. But bigger caliber rifles such as a .458, .458 Lott, .404, .416 are also recommended along with any big double.
When making your choice of what rifle to bring, as a rule of thumb bring the biggest caliber that you can accurately shoot and handle with confidence.
Traveling to the Buffalo Cow Hunting Grounds
International inbound flights will see hunters landing at Oliver Tambo International Airport. From OR Tambo, a regional flight needs to be taken to Kimberly. Airlink is recommended for regional flights as the airline is affordable (US$150 to US$200 return), professional and on time. Airlink also is equipped to safely transport firearms.
In order to import your firearm you will need to complete a SAPS 520 form International hunters importing their firearms will need copy passports, copy airline tickets, letter of invitation from Werner and team, proof of ownership (Customs declaration form 4457 for US citizens).
If you are planning to overnight in Johannesburg, see our list of affiliate services below. Africa Sky Boutique is highly recommended. Their team can assist with transfers to and from Oliver Tambo, as well as deal with all rifle import permits and obtain pre-clearance approvals avoiding delays at point of entry.
When is the best time to go Cape Buffalo Cow Hunting?
Hunting in South Africa takes place from January through to December. There is no specific season. However, the best months are from April to early October during the cooler and drier months.
Additional Game available to Hunt in the Free State
Once the Cape Buffalo Cow is harvested and, in the salt, there are a variety of additional trophies that can be hunted. A few of the all-time favourites in South Africa include:
2nd and 3rd Cape Buffalo & US$ 2500 each
- Kudu Hunting US$ 3500
- Sable US$ 5250
- Tsessebe (Africa’s fastest antelope) US$ 2150
- Waterbuck US$ 2500
- Warthog US$ 450
- Zebra Burchelle US US$ 1100
- Red Lechwe US$ 2500
- Roan Antelope US$ 5250
- Impala US$ 650
There is an extensive list of additional species such as: including Giraffe hunting, Eland, Gemsbuck, Blesbuck (4 colour variants) and Springbuck (all members needed for the grand slam), Kings, Blue and Black Wildebeest and more.
For hunters looking to complete / add to their tiny ten members such as Red and Blue Duiker, Klipspringer and Steenbok.
If you are wanting an action-packed Buffalo Cow Hunting Safari, do not hesitate!!
If any further information relating to this Buffalo Cow hunt is required, please contact our team at Game Hunting Safaris, or message Carmen and Werner directly on the quick links provided.
If you would like to check availability, please insert preferred dates in “Request to Book”. Werner or Carmen will revert.
